You are literally a GODSEND. Your videos are top tier, full of great practical advice, and I love how you show each step so we know what to expect visually. Like none of the blogs I read actually EXPLAINED what rope drop looked like or what the etiquette is (I would have totally been kicked to the back of the line by the cast because I didn't know you're not supposed to walk ahead of them!). Thanks for the thorough explanations and sharing your thought process behind each recommendation. I watch you more than DFB guide now :p
Thank you so much - we really appreciate this sweet comment! We should clarify that this etiquette is for early entry rope drop at Magic Kingdom specifically. Each park has a different flavor of rope drop and the specifics change a bit when it is not early entry. Your comment is super helpful because it made us realize we need to do a video similar to this one for all of the parks so everyone can see what to expect in the others, as well. We'll have to start saving up for all those hotel stays now. 🤣
@@EarScouts that would be so helpful! We have a trip coming next year where we will attempt rope drop in a couple of the parks (other days we will have extended/extra evening hours). It's be great to not only see early entry for all of the parks so we can learn the etiquette, but also what your strategy for the extra/extended evening hours is in the parks! Thanks for all your hard work. Your videos are helpful, informative, engaging, and just plain fun!
I’ve been devouring Disney videos for the last month in preparation for our Sept trip. I thought I had a great handle on most of it - and here YOU are, hitting me with brand new information! Thank you so very much for quality content that gives tips that the others are not.
We don’t normally condone hitting people, but we LOVE hitting people with new information! 😂 Thanks so much for watching. Hope you have an incredible trip this September. That’s a great time to come. 😃
ANOTHER fantastic video! It plainly shows that YOU CARE about INFORMING us, rather than pleasing yourself hearing your own voice! I swear THAT’S the impression I get from watching most everyone else! I do have a suggestion. Your videos are interspersed with so much information that I often find myself scrolling foreword and backward through them to recall some specific tip. It might be helpful to end each video with a “Bullet Point” summary of the major tips, all in one place. Keep up the great work!
Thank you so much! I’ve become addicted to ears. I just got a new pair last night at Ft. Wilderness when I went for Hoop-Dee-Doo. Now I’m going to scout out the other resorts to see what other ears I’ve been missing out on. 🤣 Thank you so much for watching! We really appreciate it. 😃
I thought I was already watching the best Disney vloggers the past 4 years of my annual WDW trips, then I discovered you yesterday. You are the most informative by far. Plus your vlogs are entertaining and the best edited. Arriving July 5th. Thanks for all your amazing advice! 😊
I couldn’t agree more with some of the comments below. Thanks so much for actually showing what rope drop actually looks like and the etiquette with the cast members! With all I’ve read that wasn’t ever clearly explained. Also, thanks for offering the other strategies for 2nd rope dropping in Frontierland - we were thinking of this strategy during Christmas time and doing ILL for 7DMT and skipping Peter Pan as it’s not one of our top do rides. I’ve learned so much from your videos! Thanks so much and I hope I can execute as well in a few weeks!!
Your videos are just so so helpful! Gold! Best I’ve watched by far. I’m an old-timer going back in September for first visit using Genie+. After watching 3 of your videos on the topic, I finally feel like I am getting a solid feel for how to approach it and how to “roll”! Sharing widely! THANKS!!
Thanks so much! We hope you will enjoy the videos we’re working on. We definitely plan to do a perfect day series, but we’re still working on how we want to approach it. I’m super excited to film them once we figure out the direction we want to take. Thanks for watching! 😊
Really appreciate these tips. I hadn't considered how lightning lane can be problematic on rides that go down frequently so those are better prioritized during the first hour of park entry. I consider myself a seasoned vacationer and had not considered this prior to now and I think this is going to change our strategy a bit. I
Thanks so much for watching - we hope you have a great trip! If you have any must-do rides - especially ones that can go down for weather - it’s a good thing to keep in mind. So glad to hear you found some helpful information in our video. 😃
It was great to meet you that morning at rope drop! My wife had a magical first-ever visit and rode just about everything (except Space Mountain since it decided to break before lunch and never reopened)
Sorry to hear about Space Mountain, but I’m glad to hear you had a great day nonetheless. It was great meeting y’all, as well! Thanks for watching our video that we made that day and saying hi! 😃
Just wanted to say THANK YOU, just got back from MK with my girlfriend and it was the best time ever thanks to you! Did early entry and got Genie Plus and was able to get on pretty much every ride thanks to you! Barely waited in any lines and still had the time to sit down at restaurants for lunch and dinner! On a busy Saturday too!
Thank you! And I think the poor Cast Members who have to run the line at Peter Pan's Flight would agree with us, too. I feel so bad for them when people start getting angry, but it's not their fault they are told to let over 100 people go through from Lightning Lane for each party of 4 from standby. And it's also not hard to see why people get angry. Disney needs to fix it.
Quite simply the best Disney park info and tips videos available. Rob is a fantastic enthusiastic host. Following his advice and strategies really made our August Disney experience. Thank you thank you Rob👍😀
It really is. We’ll be reviewing it soon, but I have to say that I liked it a lot more than I expected I would. It’s one of my favorites now, especially if you have people in your party who want a peaceful break from the theme park vibe without giving up a lot of the Disney perks. Thanks for watching! 😃
Awesome video! Getting ready to do this for my trip next week. Do you still recommend doing Peter Pan right after 7 Dwarves if you have lightning lane? Or would another ride be better? I’m doing early entry & genie+
We arrived in the very first bus (from Pop Century Resort) and could make Seven Dwarfs, then Peter Pan and then Haunted Mansion all with almost no wait at all during early entry time.
Thank you. Some of the best shots in this one were taken by Erick - he does all of our photography and helps out with video, as well. Thanks for watching!
You should change your name to “Mr. Magic”! 😂 Your videos can’t be beat! Can you do an in depth video on Galaxies Edge? Start with the virtual que, and make a day of the different things that you can do? With your take on it, no one will be able to top your video! Thanks again for ALL that you do! 🙏🏼
Thanks so much. 😃 That sounds like a great suggestion. We’ve got a list of videos to make that is about a mile long, but I really like this idea so I’m adding it to the list!
I have a question - let’s say we are going to magic kingdom and will have access to it all, early park access and will be utilizing genie plus and any other individual lightning Lane pay to play services. The catch is I’m going with a 4 1/2 year-old and a two year old. After watching this video I’m wondering what your opinion is on how to use early entry and early access to genie plus at 7 AM and what your strategy would be for the kids. Meet and greet Mickey and Minnie at Townhall. Princesses shows are probably going to be our number one thing. TIA ❤
Thanks for this video. We are doing a one day MK surprise trip with our adult daughters and this has been my exact question, Should I do SDMT or Peter Pan first. I have never seen what rope drop looks like without fast pass. I am glad you made this video. You were speaking to me. Now I know if we are not in the front half of that line for mine train then we will go straight to Peter Pan and hope to do mine train as our last ride for the night.
I love your personality and videos so much. You’re delightful and always leaving me wanting more 🥰. I had no idea there were two rope drops. I’ve been to Disney a million times and never knew!
Thank you so much for watching and leaving such a sweet comment. 😊 We really appreciate your support and we’re so glad you found something new! Now you’ll have to do the double rope drop next time you are at a Disney hotel. 😃
Please do an early entry for the other parks! I'm going for the first time in September, and your video is the first I've seen that explained MK rope drop so well! Thank you! I love your videos!
Hello! We started that series with Animal Kingdom, but we haven’t had a chance to do the other parks yet because the Genie videos have kept us so busy. We’re hoping to do the other parks in the next few months. Thanks for watching and making this suggestion. 😃
We were wondering about why reservations to eat were earlier than park opening but now I see it's because you can get into Main Street! It'd be awesome if you offered food reservation tips and tricks, especially because of park hopping and resort restaurants. I love the format of your videos and am excited for your content!
Thank you so much for your videos! I have learned an immense amount of important park knowledge since I have been subscribed to your channel. I was in the same spot as you when I started waiting in line for Peter Pan last summer and it was over an hour! Now I know that if the lightning lane is not running, then the line moves quickly. I really didn't want to use a lightning lane and skip the que because like you that is my favorite part of the ride. You have an awesome sense of humor and you are very good at explaining all of these complicated rules in a simple, easy to understand manner. I look forward to watching your new videos in the future! Great job!
Thank you so much for this thoughtful comment. Peter Pan’s Flight is maybe the trickiest ride in the park for standby. I’ve been there when the line flew by (even with LL running) but that is super rare. Usually it is painfully slow, which is a shame because it really stinks for people to miss that amazing queue when they do the LL. Thanks so much for watching! We really appreciate it. 😃
This video is amazing! I just got back from my disney vacation and rope dropped every park and it was so worth it! I used Genie + and it your videos helped me so much to be able to use it without getting frustrated. Thank You do much for the amazing content!
Another fan of your rope drop video! I had been scouring for anything that would help me know WHEN to get from the resort to the park and all the details in between and THIS is truly the essential video!! Your videos are full of tangible information and tips that fill in the gaps that others miss plus being informative. I finally feel ready to rope drop MK in June. Now off to binge all your other videos!
I love your content - you are SO helpful, kind, and positive! I have been a Disney fanatic for years and have taught myself how to do the parks from reading books and watching lots of other RUclipsrs, but you, my Friend, are the new Gold Standard- thank you for your lovely content - so helpful, fun, and informative! 🤗🦋⭐️
Great video! I highly recommend trying Jungle Cruise at night again. We did it recently and it was a totally different experience, which is what we wanted haha. It was so cool when they turn the lights on the boat going through the jungle in the dark.
Thank you! It is definitely a different experience at night and I think if you have ridden Jungle Cruise a few times, it is an interesting change to see it with the lights. We've ridden it a lot in the dark and we always have fun - especially when we get a great skipper. It's also fun to ride at night when it becomes Jingle Cruise for the holidays. The Christmas lights add a little something extra to the experience, for sure.
Thanks so much! Rise is tricky. Your best bet (if you are willing to pay for it) is to book an Individual Attraction Lightning Lane as early in the morning as you can. If you have a Disney or partner hotel, you can start booking at 7am. If not, you can start booking at the time the park opens. If you’d rather not pay, your best bet is to ride it as the last ride of the night. Get in line right before park close and you’ll be allowed to stay as long as it takes to ride, unless it goes down. And that’s the big risk because it goes down a LOT. The other option is to go there first thing in the morning, but I only recommend this if you are staying at a Disney/partner hotel and you go for early entry. You’ll need to be there at least 30 minutes before early entry starts (and ideally 45 minutes to an hour before) so you can be at the front of the crowd like we did in this early entry video. If none of these sound good to you, keep an eye on wait times and if you notice it is down, try to do things in the Galaxy’s Edge area. That way, if it comes back up, you can hopefully be among the first in line. I wouldn’t bank on this last option though. You never know how long it will be down and it involves a lot of luck. If you ever see it posted at 60 or less, just get in the line. It is exceedingly rare that it will get better than that unless the park is really empty. Hope that helps!
Hi Renee! Definitely. The sooner you tap into that first ride, the sooner you can book the next one. We like to always have at least one ride booked with Genie Plus. Hope you have an amazing trip! 😃
Since you head out so early, when do you do your lightning lane reservation at 7am? On the bus, lol? Essh, I dunno if I can do this. I am not an early bird type:)
We actually didn’t do Genie that day, but we probably would have been doing it at the bus stop. 😂 That said, when you’re on vacation, you should definitely get up when you want to get up! The beauty of Genie Plus is you can still pack a lot into your day without being up at the crack of dawn if that’s more your speed. Hope you have an amazing trip! 😃
Very helpful video to actually see the rope drop process. How early would you recommend arriving during non-peak times on a slow fall day? (Please don’t say an hour early!!) Thank you! Love your videos!
Thanks so much for watching! So we shot this video on a non-holiday weekday and the parks were fairly slow. That's how I managed to get a bus to myself. We actually did not catch the first bus from the resort, we caught it just after 7:00 and the first bus would have been at 6:30. I think you could probably get away with catching the next bus after the one we got (around 7:15 - 7:20) and still not be too far back on a slow morning - but it would be a gamble. Whenever I arrive 30 minutes or less before early park entry, I am way back in the herd and it generally takes the entire early entry period (or more) to ride that top-tier ride (Mine Train, Flight of Passage, Remy, Rise). Hope that helps!
To my family, Peter Pan is not worth more than 30 minutes. Last time we waited 45 minutes and my girls (7&11) were disappointed. We’re goin again next year and they want to skip it. I would try again 🤷🏻♀️
Thanks for watching! Tripods are allowed, but selfie sticks are not. It is up to the discretion of the Cast Member to determine if your tripod qualifies as a selfie stick. I use a gimbal and tripod legs that attach to the gimbal. I’ve never had a problem with either of these. Erick often brings a compact professional tripod and that is also allowed in. Hope that helps!
How early would you say you boarded the bus that day, Rob, if you remember? Maybe an hour and a half? It’s so nice to have your own private coach to MK! I like your description of corral. It truly is!
Thank you for your tips! I love your videos! Please make one for Early Entry at Hollywood Studios! I’m going in 3 weeks and could really use your valuable advice! 😊
Great content thanks. So we have Genie + and early park entry. Would you recommend rope drop Seven dwarfs and lighting land Peter pan to start the day?
Absolutely - that’s a great plan. And if you’re there early enough like we were in this video, you could easily ride 1-2 smaller Fantasyland rides in between. Thanks for watching!
Hi we are staying in resort but planning to use uber to get to magic kingdom. What time do you think we should book for to get in the park first? Thank you in advance for your help
Hey Rob, you said to board your resort transportation 2 hours before early entry but from what I read online, Coronado springs doesn’t start their buses until 45min before park entry-what do we do?😮😥 Love your videos! You’re the best! 😊
Hi Sadie! We have gotten so many different answers from different bus drivers. 😂 The truth is the buses will almost always start at all the resorts about an hour before early entry. Depending on how busy it is and how much staff they have available, they can start as early as 2 hours before (which is what we experienced in this video), but that is really rare apparently. I’d say be at the bus stop a little more than 1 hour before early entry even if they tell you it won’t start until later. Thanks for watching! 😃
Our main goal is photos in front of the castle with less crowds. Is this possible at early entry? Thanks for sharing any tips or how this might work. :)
Thank you! And thanks so much for the suggestion. I think that would be a great thing to show in a future video since mobile ordering has become such a huge part of visiting Disney World. 👍
Yes you still have to wait in the morning and are still technically waiting in line for the one big attraction you are starting with. However, I would argue you still save a lot of time in line throughout the day this way. The people who didn’t do this in the morning will be absorbed by the big rides you already did, allowing you to get on some other things very quickly in the morning that have very high waits in the afternoon ( splash mountain, big thunder, haunted mansion etc.) while they are waiting to get on mine train. it’s a domino effect throughout the day- you end up having the attractions left that have the shortest wait times during peak park hours 😊.
I agree with this assessment. Plus, the time you are in line is basically “bonus” time. You are not using any of your park hours to wait in what is typically the longest line in the park. If your goal is to do as much as possible at Disney World, getting there early is key. Thanks for watching and sharing this good advice. 😃
Most of this advice is for people staying at Disney resorts. I'm not staying at any Disney resort and trying to see what are the best options to arrive to Magic Kingdom.
Ok one more question… I was told by a Disney employee on the phone that the bus doesn’t run until 1 hour before park opening. So our first bus wont run until 7:30?
I have been told different things by several cast members. The bus driver at Saratoga Springs was the one who told me the bus runs two hours before park open (including early entry). I suppose it may vary by park or resort, but I know they were running that early at Saratoga because I talked to the bus driver who drove the route. I was surprised to have missed the first bus because I was a good bit earlier than when the cast member at the front desk told me the first bus would come. Please let us know what you experience. Thanks - and thanks for watching!
@@EarScouts thanks we will just have to check With the resort day of I guess. Another option he said is the Minnie vans. We are going to look into that aswell. We have one day at MK and gotta make it Count! Thanks again
Yes -Minnie Vans are finally back. 😃 I would suggest asking a bus driver at your resort, ideally one working in the morning. They will give you the most reliable answer.
I just got back and they also told us 1 hour before early entry but most times the bus would pick us up about 1.5 hours before early entry. Also, when going to Magic Kingdom, there was a ton of people waiting already for a bus 1.5 hours before early entry, so I would recommend going earlier. I was staying at Pop Century.
Your videos are helpful! You provide clear explanations. I’ve watched many other videos and read blogs that don’t clearly step through the expected experience. Your explanation of rope drop and which attractions to hit and even just when to show up at the park for early park admission exceeds every other explanation by all those other blogs and vlogs.
Your videos are amazing, thank you so much! If we have more of a desire to rope drop Space Mt, can we genie Peter Pan like you had shown in an earlier video? And would it be realistic to second rope drop Thunder, Splash and that area?
Thank you! You could absolutely rope drop Space Mountain and use Genie Plus to ride Peter Pan’s Flight, but you would miss the interactive queue which is quite cute. That said, it is not worth an hour in line. 😂 If you decide to second rope drop Big Thunder and Splash, keep in mind that Splash often opens a little later. Not always, but some mornings it takes a little longer to get going (I can relate - lol). If it isn’t open yet, hit Thunder and hopefully you’ll time it right to get Splash with little or no wait too. Good luck!
Dear parents! Let the kids choose their favourite Disney Parks souvenirs!!! When the kids are very good, then they deserve more souvenirs. Every good behaviour kid should have 1-2 bags of Disney Parks souvenirs: plush toys, toys, mini figures, bubble blower, Mickey ears, t-shirts, jacket, drinking bottle, and some pins or magnets and etc. Please buy only those Disney Parks souvenirs, what the kids very want!!!! I know many Disney souvenirs are very expensive, but when the kids are very good all the times, then sometimes they deserve these things!!! Please be kind parents and make Your kids very happy with these Disney Parks souvenirs, what the kids have chosen and don’t say NO all the times, when the kids very deserves those Disney Parks souvenirs for good behaviour!!! Respectfully, Astra Viil 🥰🙏
And don’t forget the ears!!! 🤣 I actually have a Mickey piggy bank that I got on my first trip to Disney World when I was about 4 years old and I treasure it to this day (no pun intended). Thanks for watching!
Thank you for these videos. I’m going to 3 of the Disney Parks this week and plan on using these tips. One question though, when I am using Genie+ to make a lightning lane reservation, can I edit it so that it’s only some of my party? We have 5 in our group but 2 don’t want to go on the tower of terror. Would it be more efficient to make the reservation for all 5 and then just have everyone scan in but the 2 can exit the ride or is there a way to only reserve for the 3 who are going on that ride? Thanks in advance!
Hi Stephen - thanks for watching! This is a great question. I’m actually answering it in the video we are filming today because it comes up a lot. Your best bet is to go ahead and book for everyone and then tap into the reservation. There will be a link to cancel. When you click that, it will ask you who you want to cancel for and you can choose the individual people who don’t want to ride. Hope that helps!
Things change daily with the buses. They should always start at least 1 hour before early entry at the park you are heading to. They can start as early as 2 hours before (that is very rare, but I have seen it). According to Cast Members who work as bus drivers, it depends on staffing levels that morning and expected demand, but the goal is always at least one hour before early entry. I imagine they say 45 in case the first bus is running late.
@@EarScouts first timers this august.. taking my son for his 10th birthday.. I’m so thankful for all your videos, very helpful for people with zero experience.. if you can make a video for the upcoming not so scary Halloween party, that would be great. Thanks again.
We can’t thank you enough for these early entry videos - for first timers, just knowing what to expect with early entry was so great. But we followed your advice and it was perfect! On our trip we got to ride Remy, Frozen, and Guardians one morning; 7 Dwarfs and Peter Pan another; and Rise of the Resistance (which was lucky because it was temp closed most of the rest of the day), Smugglers Run twice, and M&M Railway! Your advice worked so perfectly! Our Epcot day we were the second family at the gate! We did MK two days and both were able to ride 7 Dwarfs with no wait. It really made our vacation and we were singing your praises every day. Thank you so so much!!
Hello Krissandra! All you have to do is stay at a qualifying hotel. It’s mainly all the hotels that are physically on Disney World property, including the partner hotels that are near Disney Springs. There is a full list here: disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/early-entry/
Tip‼️ If your staying at the contempory, make sure to take the walking path because it will get you there VERY quickly, also if it’s in your budget you could always get an Uber to the park aswell’
Hello!! i wanna ask you... if you have 6 days (monday to saturday) of parks in walt disney world.., wich could be the way to make the intinerary? i wanna have 2 days in magic kindom and 2 days in hollywood studios... Thanks for your videos!! very good information and real tips.
Thank you so much for your video! I have a question. I don't have a vehicle and lives in on of the resorts that only have buses as the transportation. However, according to the official website, it says that the bus service from resorts to theme parks begins 45 minutes before the theme parks opens. So for example if Magic Kingdom opens at 8 a.m, the first bus from resorts to MK is 7:15. However, the early entry starts at 7:30, so in this case is it like even taking the first bus doesn't allow me to enter the park early? Thanks.
Well, we do have reservations for the Swan hotel next week and it’s right there at the International Gateway… Thanks so much for watching. If all goes as planned, we’re hoping to film this during the 4th of July holiday. 🤞
That’s a great question. I do not have any experience using the Swan & Dolphin buses, but I’m pretty sure they take you to the Transportation & Ticket Center instead of the Magic Kingdom directly. I also don’t know how frequently they run or what time they start. While I trust Disney transportation, I’d be more inclined to drive myself at S&D if I were concerned about timing. Thanks for watching! 😃
@@EarScouts yeah the Dolphin and Swan website says their buses operate 45 min before park opening, but based on your video to take advantage of early entry it looks like you need to be there at least 20-30 mins before the start of the early entry slot itself
@sonsofstretford3866 You could also walk over to Boardwalk or Yacht & Beach and take a bus from there. They typically start at least one hour before early entry begins. I also don’t know if Swan & Dolphin gets you complimentary parking at the parks the way a regular Disney hotel would. If it doesn’t, taking a Lyft would be cheaper and then you could use the bus to come back.
@@EarScouts thanks for all the info, the only challenge with Uber/Lyft is that we have a 3 year old so the whole car seat headache 🤦♂️ Edit: I never knew yacht club was literally next door to Dolphin, thank you so much, also do they check at the bus stop if your staying at the yacht club or not? Sorry for so many questions
I love your videos so much and used them to help me last week BUT came across a problem you might want to mention. I was in the front of the line waiting to go to Seven Dwarfs Mine Train pushing my 3 year old in a stroller. Once the park let us through, I went from first in the crowd to last because I had to take the time to park my stroller then stand in the long line. I highly recommended taking a stroller for future videos so parents can get a better idea of how it works. Parent swap also slows you down on getting parks done faster. We still did everything we wanted and had a blast. Love your videos
thank you so much for all the info! i am going on wednesday with my gf, it’s her first time and my 13th but it’s my first solo trip without my parents! i was just wondering what time they let you into the park before rope drop? and do you have any tips for my gf and i!
Thank you SO much for being on RUclips! Idk why it was so hard to find clarifying information on rope dropping, you’re super helpful! I was worried resort buses wouldn’t leave the resort early enough to get there at 7:30ish, but it seems like they do? Correct me if I’m wrong though! Thank you again 🤗
Hello! The buses are one of the most unpredictable things at WDW. I have never seen them come later than 1 hour before early entry begins. So if EE is at 8:30 at MK, your bus should arrive by 7:30. It CAN come as early as two hours before EE and I have seen that happen with my own eyes, but it is rare and the bus drivers I spoke to said it only really starts that early when they have an excess of drivers early in the morning and are expecting larger crowds. The best advice I can give is that the first bus will come somewhere between 1 and 2 hours before early entry unless there is some kind of issue. Hope you have a great trip! 😃
Hi Tania! My favorite thing is to grab a coffee (and maybe a snack) before I leave and then plan to relax and enjoy a breakfast after the park opens and the wait times tick up. If I don’t have Genie, I’ll usually try to do as much as I can before it gets too late in the day, so I might snack a bit if I’m still seeing comparatively short waits. If you don’t have Genie, early in the day and late at night will be your most productive times to ride rides, so try to plan meals with that in mind. If you have Genie, you can be a lot more flexible. Good luck! 🍀
Once again, thanks so much for your video. This one has been a lifesaver! I didn't know that during rope drop only certain parts of the park are available, nobody ever mentioned that in the other channels I've seen, so I've planned to rope drop Haunted Mansion 😰luckily I've watched your video! I hope you'll make videos also for the other parks before my trip!
Glad you found some helpful info! You used to be able to do early entry into Adventureland, as well. Hopefully they will bring more lands back into the early entry lineup. Hope you have a great trip! 😄
Hi Heather - it is all over the map. It seems to depend on staffing levels and how busy the park is. I would expect the first bus at least an hour and 15 minutes or so before early entry. They will always come an hour before early entry unless there is a delay. They can come as much as 2 hours before early entry (as they did in this video) but that is very rare. Thanks for watching! 😃
Awesome!! Great job!! I wonder if the entire cue wasn’t all the way open (the snaking of all the lines). That was so far backed up - yet 26 minutes for PPF is nothing!! Loving all your videos !
Thank you! I agree that there might have been something going on where the line wasn't fully opened up initially. It moved REALLY fast the whole time, though. It is amazing what a difference no Lightning Lane makes for that ride. Thanks for watching! 😃
Our early entry for MK on 11/17 is at 7:30am. The earliest the buses start running is about 6:30am, correct? What are your thoughts on rope dropping SDMT on that day? I'm not sure if we could be on the front lines with early entry at 7:30am and buses running at 6:30am.
Hi Heather - so sorry I missed this message. We have been moving this past week and life has been a little crazy. 🤪 I hope you had an amazing day at MK, though!
Great information!! Unfortunately we don’t have early entry privilege.😂 by the way I love your Disney ears head tiara.. sorry I don’t know how you call those things.🤣🤣🤣
Thank you! We have been planning to do a series of videos where we cover each park, starting at rope drop, and go over the strategy we use when we don’t have early entry or Genie Plus. This is actually how we usually visit the parks. And thanks for the compliment on my Mad Tea Party ears! I hear people call them ear headbands, but I just call them “ears.” 😁
How useful, thank you!!!!! My next biggest question…an hour before rope drop and then a ride….what if my young child needs a potty break?!?! These are the things that I worry about, lol!
That’s a valid thing to worry about. 🤣 Definitely try to have a bathroom break right before you leave the hotel. Good luck! 🍀 Hope you have a great time at Disney World!
Love the Vids! Quick question. We are going for one day next weekend on Sunday. Are you allowed to have Disney genie + and buy a lightning lane? So have a DG booked and a LL booked at the same time? Thanks and keep up the good work!
Hi Zack - thank you! The good news is that Individual Attraction Lightning Lanes do not impact your Genie Plus Lightning Lane limits at all. You can have as many Individual Attraction LL’s as you like at the same time, plus your regular Genie Plus LL.
Watching videos to get acquainted with all the parks, and yours are definitely our favorites! My sons always asks if we can watch Ear Scouts! Thank you for all the helpful info, would never understand genie+ without you!
Aww - that’s so awesome to hear. Tell them thanks so much for watching! We really appreciate it. 😃 Hope you guys have an amazing time on your next visit to the parks!
This is a great video! We have a group of 19 doing the week of Christmas and I think I may have to put on my drill sergeant hat and make sure everyone’s up EARLY
Lol - good luck. I’ve been the morning drill sergeant for a Disney trip before and it is a thankless job. 😂 Glad to hear you found our video helpful and good luck wrangling your crew! 😃
I am loving your videos! You have a a great way of explaining the complexity of Disney. Great videos and can't wait to see more. It would be great to see a video on navigating disney ( M/K and HS especially) if you are NOT a resort guest but will still $$$ for Genie + and ILL. Edited to add - I 😍😍😍 all your different ears!!!! I'm super jealous of your collection!
Thanks so much for watching and leaving this lovely comment. 😊 The videos we’re shooting right now are all about using Genie Plus in each of the parks and we aren’t staying at resorts, so no hotel perks. We just released the first of those in Magic Kingdom about a week ago. Hoping to shoot Animal Kingdom and Epcot this weekend (if the weather cooperates- it’s a mess right now 🤣) and then we’ll end with Hollywood Studios. We haven’t really focused on Individual Attraction Lightning Lanes, but I agree that it’s something we should cover. And thanks for the compliment on the ears. I have become a little obsessed with adding to my collection lately. 🤪😂
Is this Early Entry the same a the Extra Magic Hours for Disney hotel guests? Is that 2nd rope drop you mentioned for the regular hours? So if I'm staying off property then I have to wait for the 2nd rope drop?
Correct - this is the new (more limited) version of Extra Magic Hours. What I refer to in this video as “second rope drop” is actually the official rope drop where everyone can enter the park. Thanks for watching! 😃
Thank you so much for the amazing information. I watch Disney videos with my wife all the time for different ways to experience our trips there and this video was one of the best. We're new subscribers and wish we would have known about your channel sooner.
Thanks so much for subscribing! Glad to hear you found this one helpful. We actually just put out a new early entry video for Epcot this morning and we already recorded one for Hollywood Studios that should be out soon.
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You are literally a GODSEND. Your videos are top tier, full of great practical advice, and I love how you show each step so we know what to expect visually. Like none of the blogs I read actually EXPLAINED what rope drop looked like or what the etiquette is (I would have totally been kicked to the back of the line by the cast because I didn't know you're not supposed to walk ahead of them!). Thanks for the thorough explanations and sharing your thought process behind each recommendation. I watch you more than DFB guide now :p
Thank you so much - we really appreciate this sweet comment! We should clarify that this etiquette is for early entry rope drop at Magic Kingdom specifically. Each park has a different flavor of rope drop and the specifics change a bit when it is not early entry. Your comment is super helpful because it made us realize we need to do a video similar to this one for all of the parks so everyone can see what to expect in the others, as well. We'll have to start saving up for all those hotel stays now. 🤣
Agree with everything you said!
@@EarScouts that would be so helpful! We have a trip coming next year where we will attempt rope drop in a couple of the parks (other days we will have extended/extra evening hours). It's be great to not only see early entry for all of the parks so we can learn the etiquette, but also what your strategy for the extra/extended evening hours is in the parks! Thanks for all your hard work. Your videos are helpful, informative, engaging, and just plain fun!
I’ve been devouring Disney videos for the last month in preparation for our Sept trip. I thought I had a great handle on most of it - and here YOU are, hitting me with brand new information! Thank you so very much for quality content that gives tips that the others are not.
We don’t normally condone hitting people, but we LOVE hitting people with new information! 😂
Thanks so much for watching. Hope you have an incredible trip this September. That’s a great time to come. 😃
ANOTHER fantastic video!
It plainly shows that YOU CARE about INFORMING us, rather than pleasing yourself hearing your own voice! I swear THAT’S the impression I get from watching most everyone else!
I do have a suggestion. Your videos are interspersed with so much information that I often find myself scrolling foreword and backward through them to recall some specific tip. It might be helpful to end each video with a “Bullet Point” summary of the major tips, all in one place.
Keep up the great work!
Rob, you’re doing a great
Job with your channel! I love them all and especially all your “ears”
Thank you so much! I’ve become addicted to ears. I just got a new pair last night at Ft. Wilderness when I went for Hoop-Dee-Doo. Now I’m going to scout out the other resorts to see what other ears I’ve been missing out on. 🤣
Thank you so much for watching! We really appreciate it. 😃
I thought I was already watching the best Disney vloggers the past 4 years of my annual WDW trips, then I discovered you yesterday. You are the most informative by far. Plus your vlogs are entertaining and the best edited. Arriving July 5th. Thanks for all your amazing advice! 😊
Aww - thanks. 😊 Hope you hit the Genie Slots jackpot while you are here! 🧞♂️🎰💰
I couldn’t agree more with some of the comments below. Thanks so much for actually showing what rope drop actually looks like and the etiquette with the cast members! With all I’ve read that wasn’t ever clearly explained. Also, thanks for offering the other strategies for 2nd rope dropping in Frontierland - we were thinking of this strategy during Christmas time and doing ILL for 7DMT and skipping Peter Pan as it’s not one of our top do rides. I’ve learned so much from your videos! Thanks so much and I hope I can execute as well in a few weeks!!
Thanks so much, Teresa! We’re so glad you found our video helpful. Hope you have an amazing visit to the parks! 😃
Your videos are just so so helpful! Gold! Best I’ve watched by far. I’m an old-timer going back in September for first visit using Genie+. After watching 3 of your videos on the topic, I finally feel like I am getting a solid feel for how to approach it and how to “roll”! Sharing widely! THANKS!!
Thank you so much! We are so glad you found these videos helpful and we really appreciate you supporting our channel by sharing our videos. ❤️
Yay! Finally found another Disney strategy channel that I think I’m going to get hooked on. Now I’m waiting for a perfect day in each park 😁
Thanks so much! We hope you will enjoy the videos we’re working on. We definitely plan to do a perfect day series, but we’re still working on how we want to approach it. I’m super excited to film them once we figure out the direction we want to take. Thanks for watching! 😊
Your videos are so incredibly helpful! My Genie + anxiety has greatly decreased thanks to you!
We love lowering Disney anxiety levels. 😊 Thanks for watching!
And your videos are the absolute best!!!!! I know implementing your strategies will make our trip even more magical! ✨
Really appreciate these tips. I hadn't considered how lightning lane can be problematic on rides that go down frequently so those are better prioritized during the first hour of park entry. I consider myself a seasoned vacationer and had not considered this prior to now and I think this is going to change our strategy a bit. I
Thanks so much for watching - we hope you have a great trip! If you have any must-do rides - especially ones that can go down for weather - it’s a good thing to keep in mind. So glad to hear you found some helpful information in our video. 😃
Another great video! My tv binge watching has been put on hold while I watch your videos before our trip to DW next month. Keep up to good work!
It was great to meet you that morning at rope drop! My wife had a magical first-ever visit and rode just about everything (except Space Mountain since it decided to break before lunch and never reopened)
Sorry to hear about Space Mountain, but I’m glad to hear you had a great day nonetheless. It was great meeting y’all, as well! Thanks for watching our video that we made that day and saying hi! 😃
@@EarScouts Just means we’ll have to come back soon!
This is the best WDW advice on RUclips
Thanks so much! We’re so glad you’re finding our videos helpful! 😊
Just wanted to say THANK YOU, just got back from MK with my girlfriend and it was the best time ever thanks to you! Did early entry and got Genie Plus and was able to get on pretty much every ride thanks to you! Barely waited in any lines and still had the time to sit down at restaurants for lunch and dinner! On a busy Saturday too!
Great video again. Thanks for showing us the benefits of rope drop...I agree some attractions shouldn't have lightning lane.
Thank you! And I think the poor Cast Members who have to run the line at Peter Pan's Flight would agree with us, too. I feel so bad for them when people start getting angry, but it's not their fault they are told to let over 100 people go through from Lightning Lane for each party of 4 from standby. And it's also not hard to see why people get angry. Disney needs to fix it.
Quite simply the best Disney park info and tips videos available. Rob is a fantastic enthusiastic host. Following his advice and strategies really made our August Disney experience. Thank you thank you Rob👍😀
So glad to hear that. 🙌 Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to let us know how your trip went - we really appreciate it!
You're my favorite disney hack podcaster
Aww - thanks so much! We’ll do our best to keep the best hacks coming. 😃
Really enjoying your videos. So informative and I love the humor that is weaved in. I have my notifications on!
Thanks so much! We really appreciate the support. Hope you have an amazing experience next time you’re in the parks! 😃
I NEED THOSE EARS!!!!!! omg so cute!!!!
I love Saratoga Springs! It is such a beautiful resort.
It really is. We’ll be reviewing it soon, but I have to say that I liked it a lot more than I expected I would. It’s one of my favorites now, especially if you have people in your party who want a peaceful break from the theme park vibe without giving up a lot of the Disney perks. Thanks for watching! 😃
Awesome video! Getting ready to do this for my trip next week. Do you still recommend doing Peter Pan right after 7 Dwarves if you have lightning lane? Or would another ride be better? I’m doing early entry & genie+
I’m so thankful for all your videos!!!!!! I’m looking forward to seeing you boarding the Galactic Star-Cruiser 😬
Thanks so much for watching! As for Galactic Starcruiser, that is the first thing we’re doing after we win the lottery. 😂🤣
@@EarScouts hahahaha! Me, too!
We arrived in the very first bus (from Pop Century Resort) and could make Seven Dwarfs, then Peter Pan and then Haunted Mansion all with almost no wait at all during early entry time.
What time did you get on the bus ?
Your camera work is excellent
Thank you. Some of the best shots in this one were taken by Erick - he does all of our photography and helps out with video, as well. Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for the very helpful information!
So glad you found it helpful - thank you for watching!
You should change your name to “Mr. Magic”! 😂 Your videos can’t be beat! Can you do an in depth video on Galaxies Edge? Start with the virtual que, and make a day of the different things that you can do? With your take on it, no one will be able to top your video! Thanks again for ALL that you do! 🙏🏼
Thanks so much. 😃
That sounds like a great suggestion. We’ve got a list of videos to make that is about a mile long, but I really like this idea so I’m adding it to the list!
I have a question - let’s say we are going to magic kingdom and will have access to it all, early park access and will be utilizing genie plus and any other individual lightning Lane pay to play services. The catch is I’m going with a 4 1/2 year-old and a two year old. After watching this video I’m wondering what your opinion is on how to use early entry and early access to genie plus at 7 AM and what your strategy would be for the kids. Meet and greet Mickey and Minnie at Townhall. Princesses shows are probably going to be our number one thing. TIA ❤
Thanks for this video. We are doing a one day MK surprise trip with our adult daughters and this has been my exact question, Should I do SDMT or Peter Pan first. I have never seen what rope drop looks like without fast pass. I am glad you made this video. You were speaking to me. Now I know if we are not in the front half of that line for mine train then we will go straight to Peter Pan and hope to do mine train as our last ride for the night.
That’s awesome - glad to hear this was helpful. Thanks so much for watching and leaving this great comment! We really appreciate it. 😃
I love your personality and videos so much. You’re delightful and always leaving me wanting more 🥰. I had no idea there were two rope drops. I’ve been to Disney a million times and never knew!
Thank you so much for watching and leaving such a sweet comment. 😊
We really appreciate your support and we’re so glad you found something new! Now you’ll have to do the double rope drop next time you are at a Disney hotel. 😃
Please do an early entry for the other parks! I'm going for the first time in September, and your video is the first I've seen that explained MK rope drop so well! Thank you! I love your videos!
Thanks so much, Kolleen - we already posted one for Epcot and the other two parks are coming soon! Thanks for watching. 😃
please do the full day with all the rides, meet and greet and parades please
it’s possible do everything?
Hello! We started that series with Animal Kingdom, but we haven’t had a chance to do the other parks yet because the Genie videos have kept us so busy. We’re hoping to do the other parks in the next few months. Thanks for watching and making this suggestion. 😃
We were wondering about why reservations to eat were earlier than park opening but now I see it's because you can get into Main Street! It'd be awesome if you offered food reservation tips and tricks, especially because of park hopping and resort restaurants. I love the format of your videos and am excited for your content!
Thank you so much for your videos! I have learned an immense amount of important park knowledge since I have been subscribed to your channel. I was in the same spot as you when I started waiting in line for Peter Pan last summer and it was over an hour! Now I know that if the lightning lane is not running, then the line moves quickly. I really didn't want to use a lightning lane and skip the que because like you that is my favorite part of the ride. You have an awesome sense of humor and you are very good at explaining all of these complicated rules in a simple, easy to understand manner. I look forward to watching your new videos in the future! Great job!
Thank you so much for this thoughtful comment. Peter Pan’s Flight is maybe the trickiest ride in the park for standby. I’ve been there when the line flew by (even with LL running) but that is super rare. Usually it is painfully slow, which is a shame because it really stinks for people to miss that amazing queue when they do the LL.
Thanks so much for watching! We really appreciate it. 😃
This video is amazing! I just got back from my disney vacation and rope dropped every park and it was so worth it! I used Genie + and it your videos helped me so much to be able to use it without getting frustrated. Thank You do much for the amazing content!
That’s awesome to hear! We’re so glad you had a great trip to Disney World. Thank you so much for watching and sharing your experience with us. 😃
Another fan of your rope drop video! I had been scouring for anything that would help me know WHEN to get from the resort to the park and all the details in between and THIS is truly the essential video!! Your videos are full of tangible information and tips that fill in the gaps that others miss plus being informative. I finally feel ready to rope drop MK in June. Now off to binge all your other videos!
I love your content - you are SO helpful, kind, and positive! I have been a Disney fanatic for years and have taught myself how to do the parks from reading books and watching lots of other RUclipsrs, but you, my Friend, are the new Gold Standard- thank you for your lovely content - so helpful, fun, and informative! 🤗🦋⭐️
Aww, thank you so much for this sweet comment. That is very kind of you to say. 😊
Great video! I highly recommend trying Jungle Cruise at night again. We did it recently and it was a totally different experience, which is what we wanted haha. It was so cool when they turn the lights on the boat going through the jungle in the dark.
Thank you! It is definitely a different experience at night and I think if you have ridden Jungle Cruise a few times, it is an interesting change to see it with the lights. We've ridden it a lot in the dark and we always have fun - especially when we get a great skipper. It's also fun to ride at night when it becomes Jingle Cruise for the holidays. The Christmas lights add a little something extra to the experience, for sure.
Where do you get breakfast if you want to leave your hotel early with kids. May resort wont have breakfast start till 0700am?
I love these vlogs! Do you have any tips for getting rise if the resistance ? We just went and it was impossible
Thanks so much! Rise is tricky. Your best bet (if you are willing to pay for it) is to book an Individual Attraction Lightning Lane as early in the morning as you can. If you have a Disney or partner hotel, you can start booking at 7am. If not, you can start booking at the time the park opens. If you’d rather not pay, your best bet is to ride it as the last ride of the night. Get in line right before park close and you’ll be allowed to stay as long as it takes to ride, unless it goes down. And that’s the big risk because it goes down a LOT. The other option is to go there first thing in the morning, but I only recommend this if you are staying at a Disney/partner hotel and you go for early entry. You’ll need to be there at least 30 minutes before early entry starts (and ideally 45 minutes to an hour before) so you can be at the front of the crowd like we did in this early entry video. If none of these sound good to you, keep an eye on wait times and if you notice it is down, try to do things in the Galaxy’s Edge area. That way, if it comes back up, you can hopefully be among the first in line. I wouldn’t bank on this last option though. You never know how long it will be down and it involves a lot of luck. If you ever see it posted at 60 or less, just get in the line. It is exceedingly rare that it will get better than that unless the park is really empty. Hope that helps!
Love your content. You offer such amazing tips. Question, when you rope drop do you still start using genie+ at 7am
Hi Renee! Definitely. The sooner you tap into that first ride, the sooner you can book the next one. We like to always have at least one ride booked with Genie Plus. Hope you have an amazing trip! 😃
Since you head out so early, when do you do your lightning lane reservation at 7am? On the bus, lol?
Essh, I dunno if I can do this. I am not an early bird type:)
We actually didn’t do Genie that day, but we probably would have been doing it at the bus stop. 😂 That said, when you’re on vacation, you should definitely get up when you want to get up! The beauty of Genie Plus is you can still pack a lot into your day without being up at the crack of dawn if that’s more your speed. Hope you have an amazing trip! 😃
Very helpful video to actually see the rope drop process. How early would you recommend arriving during non-peak times on a slow fall day? (Please don’t say an hour early!!) Thank you! Love your videos!
Thanks so much for watching! So we shot this video on a non-holiday weekday and the parks were fairly slow. That's how I managed to get a bus to myself. We actually did not catch the first bus from the resort, we caught it just after 7:00 and the first bus would have been at 6:30. I think you could probably get away with catching the next bus after the one we got (around 7:15 - 7:20) and still not be too far back on a slow morning - but it would be a gamble. Whenever I arrive 30 minutes or less before early park entry, I am way back in the herd and it generally takes the entire early entry period (or more) to ride that top-tier ride (Mine Train, Flight of Passage, Remy, Rise). Hope that helps!
@@EarScouts Yes this helps a ton, thank you! Guess I’ll have to sadly get up super early!
To my family, Peter Pan is not worth more than 30 minutes. Last time we waited 45 minutes and my girls (7&11) were disappointed. We’re goin again next year and they want to skip it. I would try again 🤷🏻♀️
I love your videos!! Is possible to take a trípod stick to Magic Kingdom ?
Thanks for watching! Tripods are allowed, but selfie sticks are not. It is up to the discretion of the Cast Member to determine if your tripod qualifies as a selfie stick. I use a gimbal and tripod legs that attach to the gimbal. I’ve never had a problem with either of these. Erick often brings a compact professional tripod and that is also allowed in. Hope that helps!
How early would you say you boarded the bus that day, Rob, if you remember? Maybe an hour and a half? It’s so nice to have your own private coach to MK! I like your description of corral. It truly is!
Thank you for your tips! I love your videos! Please make one for Early Entry at Hollywood Studios! I’m going in 3 weeks and could really use your valuable advice! 😊
It’s coming very soon! Thanks for watching! 😃
I was told my animal kingdom lodge buses start 45 mins before early entry. How would one be able to get there at 7;30 when buses start at 7;45am?
Great content thanks. So we have Genie + and early park entry. Would you recommend rope drop Seven dwarfs and lighting land Peter pan to start the day?
Absolutely - that’s a great plan. And if you’re there early enough like we were in this video, you could easily ride 1-2 smaller Fantasyland rides in between. Thanks for watching!
Hi we are staying in resort but planning to use uber to get to magic kingdom. What time do you think we should book for to get in the park first? Thank you in advance for your help
Hey Rob, you said to board your resort transportation 2 hours before early entry but from what I read online, Coronado springs doesn’t start their buses until 45min before park entry-what do we do?😮😥
Love your videos! You’re the best! 😊
Hi Sadie! We have gotten so many different answers from different bus drivers. 😂 The truth is the buses will almost always start at all the resorts about an hour before early entry. Depending on how busy it is and how much staff they have available, they can start as early as 2 hours before (which is what we experienced in this video), but that is really rare apparently. I’d say be at the bus stop a little more than 1 hour before early entry even if they tell you it won’t start until later. Thanks for watching! 😃
Our main goal is photos in front of the castle with less crowds. Is this possible at early entry? Thanks for sharing any tips or how this might work. :)
Another great video! Thank you so much. Love all the information. Would love a video on mobile ordering. You are amazing and I loved the ears today ❤️
Thank you! And thanks so much for the suggestion. I think that would be a great thing to show in a future video since mobile ordering has become such a huge part of visiting Disney World. 👍
Yes you still have to wait in the morning and are still technically waiting in line for the one big attraction you are starting with. However, I would argue you still save a lot of time in line throughout the day this way. The people who didn’t do this in the morning will be absorbed by the big rides you already did, allowing you to get on some other things very quickly in the morning that have very high waits in the afternoon ( splash mountain, big thunder, haunted mansion etc.) while they are waiting to get on mine train. it’s a domino effect throughout the day- you end up having the attractions left that have the shortest wait times during peak park hours 😊.
I agree with this assessment. Plus, the time you are in line is basically “bonus” time. You are not using any of your park hours to wait in what is typically the longest line in the park. If your goal is to do as much as possible at Disney World, getting there early is key. Thanks for watching and sharing this good advice. 😃
Most of this advice is for people staying at Disney resorts. I'm not staying at any Disney resort and trying to see what are the best options to arrive to Magic Kingdom.
Ok one more question… I was told by a Disney employee on the phone that the bus doesn’t run until 1 hour before park opening. So our first bus wont run until 7:30?
I have been told different things by several cast members. The bus driver at Saratoga Springs was the one who told me the bus runs two hours before park open (including early entry). I suppose it may vary by park or resort, but I know they were running that early at Saratoga because I talked to the bus driver who drove the route. I was surprised to have missed the first bus because I was a good bit earlier than when the cast member at the front desk told me the first bus would come. Please let us know what you experience. Thanks - and thanks for watching!
@@EarScouts thanks we will just have to check With the resort day of I guess. Another option he said is the Minnie vans. We are going to look into that aswell. We have one day at MK and gotta make it Count! Thanks again
Yes -Minnie Vans are finally back. 😃
I would suggest asking a bus driver at your resort, ideally one working in the morning. They will give you the most reliable answer.
I just got back and they also told us 1 hour before early entry but most times the bus would pick us up about 1.5 hours before early entry. Also, when going to Magic Kingdom, there was a ton of people waiting already for a bus 1.5 hours before early entry, so I would recommend going earlier. I was staying at Pop Century.
Your videos are helpful! You provide clear explanations. I’ve watched many other videos and read blogs that don’t clearly step through the expected experience. Your explanation of rope drop and which attractions to hit and even just when to show up at the park for early park admission exceeds every other explanation by all those other blogs and vlogs.
So glad to hear you have found some helpful info in our videos! That’s always our goal. 😃
Thanks so much for watching! Hope you have an amazing trip!
Every one of these videos is so helpful and you are so so delightful. Ear scouts is my new go-to for park planning!! 😍
Awww - thank you so much! We really appreciate your support. 😊 Hope you have an epic trip the next time you visit the parks!
Your videos are amazing, thank you so much! If we have more of a desire to rope drop Space Mt, can we genie Peter Pan like you had shown in an earlier video? And would it be realistic to second rope drop Thunder, Splash and that area?
Thank you! You could absolutely rope drop Space Mountain and use Genie Plus to ride Peter Pan’s Flight, but you would miss the interactive queue which is quite cute. That said, it is not worth an hour in line. 😂 If you decide to second rope drop Big Thunder and Splash, keep in mind that Splash often opens a little later. Not always, but some mornings it takes a little longer to get going (I can relate - lol). If it isn’t open yet, hit Thunder and hopefully you’ll time it right to get Splash with little or no wait too. Good luck!
Hello 👋 wondering at what time did you have breakfast or when do you recommend do in it?
Which attractions would you say are better for rope drop rather than booking a lightning lane for it at 7am?
How does an early breakfast at crystal palace affect rope drop for the 7th dwarf mine ride?
Dear parents!
Let the kids choose their favourite Disney Parks souvenirs!!! When the kids are very good, then they deserve more souvenirs. Every good behaviour kid should have 1-2 bags of Disney Parks souvenirs: plush toys, toys, mini figures, bubble blower, Mickey ears, t-shirts, jacket, drinking bottle, and some pins or magnets and etc. Please buy only those Disney Parks souvenirs, what the kids very want!!!! I know many Disney souvenirs are very expensive, but when the kids are very good all the times, then sometimes they deserve these things!!! Please be kind parents and make Your kids very happy with these Disney Parks souvenirs, what the kids have chosen and don’t say NO all the times, when the kids very deserves those Disney Parks souvenirs for good behaviour!!!
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And don’t forget the ears!!! 🤣
I actually have a Mickey piggy bank that I got on my first trip to Disney World when I was about 4 years old and I treasure it to this day (no pun intended). Thanks for watching!
Hi, can you book a LL individual (paid a part) and a LL with genie plus the same day? So, technically two LL?
Thank you for these videos. I’m going to 3 of the Disney Parks this week and plan on using these tips. One question though, when I am using Genie+ to make a lightning lane reservation, can I edit it so that it’s only some of my party? We have 5 in our group but 2 don’t want to go on the tower of terror. Would it be more efficient to make the reservation for all 5 and then just have everyone scan in but the 2 can exit the ride or is there a way to only reserve for the 3 who are going on that ride? Thanks in advance!
Hi Stephen - thanks for watching! This is a great question. I’m actually answering it in the video we are filming today because it comes up a lot. Your best bet is to go ahead and book for everyone and then tap into the reservation. There will be a link to cancel. When you click that, it will ask you who you want to cancel for and you can choose the individual people who don’t want to ride. Hope that helps!
Have things changed? I checked with hotel and it says buses from boardwalk only start 45 before opening
Things change daily with the buses. They should always start at least 1 hour before early entry at the park you are heading to. They can start as early as 2 hours before (that is very rare, but I have seen it). According to Cast Members who work as bus drivers, it depends on staffing levels that morning and expected demand, but the goal is always at least one hour before early entry. I imagine they say 45 in case the first bus is running late.
Thanks a lot Rob. You are amazing! Thanks for all the tips.. I really enjoy your videos…. Never boring.. just plain pleasure.. 🙏🏽
Thank you so much for this sweet comment. 😊
I hope our videos help you have an amazing experience next time you’re in the parks. 😃
@@EarScouts first timers this august.. taking my son for his 10th birthday.. I’m so thankful for all your videos, very helpful for people with zero experience.. if you can make a video for the upcoming not so scary Halloween party, that would be great. Thanks again.
It is definitely something we plan to cover. Thanks for watching and leaving this suggestion!
We can’t thank you enough for these early entry videos - for first timers, just knowing what to expect with early entry was so great. But we followed your advice and it was perfect! On our trip we got to ride Remy, Frozen, and Guardians one morning; 7 Dwarfs and Peter Pan another; and Rise of the Resistance (which was lucky because it was temp closed most of the rest of the day), Smugglers Run twice, and M&M Railway! Your advice worked so perfectly! Our Epcot day we were the second family at the gate! We did MK two days and both were able to ride 7 Dwarfs with no wait. It really made our vacation and we were singing your praises every day. Thank you so so much!!
How can you get an early park admission?
Hello Krissandra! All you have to do is stay at a qualifying hotel. It’s mainly all the hotels that are physically on Disney World property, including the partner hotels that are near Disney Springs. There is a full list here: disneyworld.disney.go.com/guest-services/early-entry/
Out of curiosity… how much was paid Lightning lane for mine train that day you were there? Thank you 🙏
I didn’t check that morning, but it is usually $10 - $12 per person. Thanks for watching!
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If your staying at the contempory, make sure to take the walking path because it will get you there VERY quickly, also if it’s in your budget you could always get an Uber to the park aswell’
Hello!! i wanna ask you... if you have 6 days (monday to saturday) of parks in walt disney world.., wich could be the way to make the intinerary? i wanna have 2 days in magic kindom and 2 days in hollywood studios...
Thanks for your videos!! very good information and real tips.
So helpful! We are doing a one day parks trip in MK and already planning early morning but these tips were extra helpful in planning more details!!
Thank you so much for your video! I have a question. I don't have a vehicle and lives in on of the resorts that only have buses as the transportation. However, according to the official website, it says that the bus service from resorts to theme parks begins 45 minutes before the theme parks opens. So for example if Magic Kingdom opens at 8 a.m, the first bus from resorts to MK is 7:15. However, the early entry starts at 7:30, so in this case is it like even taking the first bus doesn't allow me to enter the park early? Thanks.
Please please please do an early entry like this to Epcot going through international entry 🙏
Well, we do have reservations for the Swan hotel next week and it’s right there at the International Gateway…
Thanks so much for watching. If all goes as planned, we’re hoping to film this during the 4th of July holiday. 🤞
Ah! Amazing! That’s where we are staying our next trip that will be so helpful can not wait! Thank you!
Thank you for the details/specifics. Super thorough. Answered all my questions. 👍🏻
I’m staying at Dolphin Swan, do you recommend I drive to Magic Kingdom for early entry or take a bus
That’s a great question. I do not have any experience using the Swan & Dolphin buses, but I’m pretty sure they take you to the Transportation & Ticket Center instead of the Magic Kingdom directly. I also don’t know how frequently they run or what time they start. While I trust Disney transportation, I’d be more inclined to drive myself at S&D if I were concerned about timing. Thanks for watching! 😃
@@EarScouts yeah the Dolphin and Swan website says their buses operate 45 min before park opening, but based on your video to take advantage of early entry it looks like you need to be there at least 20-30 mins before the start of the early entry slot itself
@sonsofstretford3866 You could also walk over to Boardwalk or Yacht & Beach and take a bus from there. They typically start at least one hour before early entry begins. I also don’t know if Swan & Dolphin gets you complimentary parking at the parks the way a regular Disney hotel would. If it doesn’t, taking a Lyft would be cheaper and then you could use the bus to come back.
@@EarScouts thanks for all the info, the only challenge with Uber/Lyft is that we have a 3 year old so the whole car seat headache 🤦♂️
Edit: I never knew yacht club was literally next door to Dolphin, thank you so much, also do they check at the bus stop if your staying at the yacht club or not? Sorry for so many questions
I love your videos so much and used them to help me last week BUT came across a problem you might want to mention. I was in the front of the line waiting to go to Seven Dwarfs Mine Train pushing my 3 year old in a stroller. Once the park let us through, I went from first in the crowd to last because I had to take the time to park my stroller then stand in the long line. I highly recommended taking a stroller for future videos so parents can get a better idea of how it works. Parent swap also slows you down on getting parks done faster. We still did everything we wanted and had a blast. Love your videos
thank you so much for all the info! i am going on wednesday with my gf, it’s her first time and my 13th but it’s my first solo trip without my parents! i was just wondering what time they let you into the park before rope drop? and do you have any tips for my gf and i!
Hi! I’ve been watching your videos for a while now and I really enjoy them! Keep up the good job Pat! Much love
Thank you SO much for being on RUclips! Idk why it was so hard to find clarifying information on rope dropping, you’re super helpful! I was worried resort buses wouldn’t leave the resort early enough to get there at 7:30ish, but it seems like they do? Correct me if I’m wrong though! Thank you again 🤗
Hello! The buses are one of the most unpredictable things at WDW. I have never seen them come later than 1 hour before early entry begins. So if EE is at 8:30 at MK, your bus should arrive by 7:30. It CAN come as early as two hours before EE and I have seen that happen with my own eyes, but it is rare and the bus drivers I spoke to said it only really starts that early when they have an excess of drivers early in the morning and are expecting larger crowds. The best advice I can give is that the first bus will come somewhere between 1 and 2 hours before early entry unless there is some kind of issue. Hope you have a great trip! 😃
@@EarScouts thanks so much again! 🤗 I’m telling everyone about your amazing videos haha!
Any suggestions on breakfast when doing early access?
Hi Tania! My favorite thing is to grab a coffee (and maybe a snack) before I leave and then plan to relax and enjoy a breakfast after the park opens and the wait times tick up. If I don’t have Genie, I’ll usually try to do as much as I can before it gets too late in the day, so I might snack a bit if I’m still seeing comparatively short waits. If you don’t have Genie, early in the day and late at night will be your most productive times to ride rides, so try to plan meals with that in mind. If you have Genie, you can be a lot more flexible. Good luck! 🍀
These videos are so helpful. I’m watching them all before our trip.
Thanks for another great video. This might be my first time seeing the FRONT of the rope drop line!
Once again, thanks so much for your video. This one has been a lifesaver! I didn't know that during rope drop only certain parts of the park are available, nobody ever mentioned that in the other channels I've seen, so I've planned to rope drop Haunted Mansion 😰luckily I've watched your video! I hope you'll make videos also for the other parks before my trip!
Glad you found some helpful info! You used to be able to do early entry into Adventureland, as well. Hopefully they will bring more lands back into the early entry lineup. Hope you have a great trip! 😄
I keep seeing mixed information about the buses - do you know how early they start running before early theme park entry? Thank you!!
Hi Heather - it is all over the map. It seems to depend on staffing levels and how busy the park is. I would expect the first bus at least an hour and 15 minutes or so before early entry. They will always come an hour before early entry unless there is a delay. They can come as much as 2 hours before early entry (as they did in this video) but that is very rare. Thanks for watching! 😃
@@EarScouts Thank you!!
You are so pleasant! I'm enjoying your videos
You are Gorgeous!!!!
Thanks for these tips!!
Very very helpful!!!
Going there in just 10 days!!
Love your videos!!
10 days!!! So exciting. Hope you have an amazing vacation that is practically perfect in every way. 😊
I love your videos!! Great clear instructions for us newbies!!❤
Awesome!! Great job!! I wonder if the entire cue wasn’t all the way open (the snaking of all the lines). That was so far backed up - yet 26 minutes for PPF is nothing!! Loving all your videos !
Thank you! I agree that there might have been something going on where the line wasn't fully opened up initially. It moved REALLY fast the whole time, though. It is amazing what a difference no Lightning Lane makes for that ride. Thanks for watching! 😃
Our early entry for MK on 11/17 is at 7:30am. The earliest the buses start running is about 6:30am, correct? What are your thoughts on rope dropping SDMT on that day? I'm not sure if we could be on the front lines with early entry at 7:30am and buses running at 6:30am.
Hi Heather - so sorry I missed this message. We have been moving this past week and life has been a little crazy. 🤪 I hope you had an amazing day at MK, though!
Great information!! Unfortunately we don’t have early entry privilege.😂 by the way I love your Disney ears head tiara.. sorry I don’t know how you call those things.🤣🤣🤣
Thank you! We have been planning to do a series of videos where we cover each park, starting at rope drop, and go over the strategy we use when we don’t have early entry or Genie Plus. This is actually how we usually visit the parks. And thanks for the compliment on my Mad Tea Party ears! I hear people call them ear headbands, but I just call them “ears.” 😁
How useful, thank you!!!!! My next biggest question…an hour before rope drop and then a ride….what if my young child needs a potty break?!?! These are the things that I worry about, lol!
That’s a valid thing to worry about. 🤣 Definitely try to have a bathroom break right before you leave the hotel. Good luck! 🍀 Hope you have a great time at Disney World!
Love the Vids! Quick question. We are going for one day next weekend on Sunday. Are you allowed to have Disney genie + and buy a lightning lane? So have a DG booked and a LL booked at the same time? Thanks and keep up the good work!
Hi Zack - thank you! The good news is that Individual Attraction Lightning Lanes do not impact your Genie Plus Lightning Lane limits at all. You can have as many Individual Attraction LL’s as you like at the same time, plus your regular Genie Plus LL.
Watching videos to get acquainted with all the parks, and yours are definitely our favorites! My sons always asks if we can watch Ear Scouts! Thank you for all the helpful info, would never understand genie+ without you!
Aww - that’s so awesome to hear. Tell them thanks so much for watching! We really appreciate it. 😃 Hope you guys have an amazing time on your next visit to the parks!
This is a great video! We have a group of 19 doing the week of Christmas and I think I may have to put on my drill sergeant hat and make sure everyone’s up EARLY
Lol - good luck. I’ve been the morning drill sergeant for a Disney trip before and it is a thankless job. 😂 Glad to hear you found our video helpful and good luck wrangling your crew! 😃
Rope dropped Disneyland yesterday 10/16/22. Going to Disney world next year. Gonna try to rope drop magic kingdom
We were just at Disneyland. Everything is so different, but we really enjoyed it. Thanks for watching! 😃
I am loving your videos! You have a a great way of explaining the complexity of Disney. Great videos and can't wait to see more. It would be great to see a video on navigating disney ( M/K and HS especially) if you are NOT a resort guest but will still $$$ for Genie + and ILL.
Edited to add - I 😍😍😍 all your different ears!!!! I'm super jealous of your collection!
Thanks so much for watching and leaving this lovely comment. 😊
The videos we’re shooting right now are all about using Genie Plus in each of the parks and we aren’t staying at resorts, so no hotel perks. We just released the first of those in Magic Kingdom about a week ago. Hoping to shoot Animal Kingdom and Epcot this weekend (if the weather cooperates- it’s a mess right now 🤣) and then we’ll end with Hollywood Studios. We haven’t really focused on Individual Attraction Lightning Lanes, but I agree that it’s something we should cover.
And thanks for the compliment on the ears. I have become a little obsessed with adding to my collection lately. 🤪😂
Is this Early Entry the same a the Extra Magic Hours for Disney hotel guests? Is that 2nd rope drop you mentioned for the regular hours? So if I'm staying off property then I have to wait for the 2nd rope drop?
Correct - this is the new (more limited) version of Extra Magic Hours. What I refer to in this video as “second rope drop” is actually the official rope drop where everyone can enter the park. Thanks for watching! 😃
Thank you so much for the amazing information. I watch Disney videos with my wife all the time for different ways to experience our trips there and this video was one of the best. We're new subscribers and wish we would have known about your channel sooner.
Thanks so much for subscribing! Glad to hear you found this one helpful. We actually just put out a new early entry video for Epcot this morning and we already recorded one for Hollywood Studios that should be out soon.